Special Guest - Jorgen Tycho - Construction Circularity & Design for Disassembly - Mass Timber Projects

Can mass timber really revolutionize the construction industry,
even with its initial reputation for being cost-heavy and
error-prone? Join us as we uncover the incredible journey of
Jorgen Tycho, a creative visionary and pioneer from Oslo, Norway.
Discover how he turned these challenges into opportunities by
founding OsloTre, an architectural firm that started with their
very own CLT factory in 2010. Learn about their comprehensive
approach of integrating architectural and engineering expertise,
alongside an assembly company, to overcome these hurdles and
innovate solutions in fire safety, acoustics, and water
management. Witness how Jorgen and his team have made mass timber
structures not only viable but economically competitive.

Imagine a world where buildings are designed to be demountable
and reusable, significantly reducing climate impact and material
waste. In a groundbreaking leap into circular timber building
design, Jorgen shares insights into a remarkable project that
fulfills this vision. By utilising glulam columns, beams, and CLT
floor elements, the project optimises transportation and
construction efficiency, cutting emissions and transport costs by
an astounding 80%. This promise of sustainable architecture
brings simplicity and adaptability to the forefront, challenging
traditional building methods and providing a forward-thinking
solution to environmental concerns in construction.

Explore the cutting-edge of timber building systems with a focus
on innovative materials like dried beech dowels and XFIX dowel
tail connectors. These advancements allow for a demountable and
reusable building system, minimizing waste and maximizing
economic benefits. Hear about a real-world case study involving a
four-story, 3,500 square meter building that defies high interest
rates with its efficient timeline and prefabricated design. We
also touch on the potential of biological architecture, as seen
in the Save the Children headquarters in Norway, and the profound
impact of biophilic design. Finally, we reflect on the importance
of industry collaboration, inviting listeners to join the
conversation on circularity and biophilia, continuing beyond the
podcast with a personal meeting in Melbourne.

Website: https://www.oslotre.no/

Production by Deeelicious Beats
Music "Game Play" by Quality Quest
Podcast is a Mass Timber Construction Journal Production
www.masstimberconstruction.com


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